Dean of Students, High School

WAHLUKE SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB SUMMARY AND DESCRIPTION OF TASKS

AVAILABLE TO BEGIN 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

Position:                           Dean of Students, Wahluke High School

Immediate Supervisor:         Building Principals

Classification:                        Certificated, Non-Administrative, FLSA Exempt

Representation:                Union representation available by the Wahluke Education Association

Terms of Employment:          As per Wahluke Education Association Agreement work schedule. Wahluke Certified staff also receive a 5.5% Professional Learning Activity Stipend; 8 TRI-Days; Professional Developement Funds; Longevity Stipends beginning in fifth year of teaching. 

Benefits:                           Benefits offered by SEBB(School Employee Benefit Board): Medical, Dental, Vision,  Basic life Insurance, Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance.  Retirement administered by Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Paid Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Bereavement Leave;

Dean of Students Summary:  The Dean of Students will work with the building Principals and staff  to instill a climate at Wahluke High School that is conducive to student learning emphasizing mutual respect, safety, and equitable opportunities for all students. Promotes good attendance rates. Identify students with attendance issues or disciplinary problems and addresses those issues with parents to create a positive outcome following District processes and procedures. Performs a variety of tasks in coordinating the successful implementation of academic and social-emotional interventions for students at risk of  not meeting grade level or end of course standards. Conduct follow up to referrals from staff pertaining to student conduct and discipline. Assist in the overall management of students within the building.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The performance elements identified below are for

illustrative purposes only and do not reflect an all-inclusive scope of responsibilities.

• Enforce and reinforce student conduct consistent with building and district policies and procedures as well as state statutes.
• Assist with the academic assessment and appropriate placement of students.
• Promote student success by providing preventative strategies and respond to identified student needs within the school setting.
• Understand and apply due process in a considerate and dignified manner.
• Communicate with students, staff and parents in a positive and professional manner.
• Able to promote high expectations, demonstrate a caring attitude and establish an environment that supports high achievement in students.
• The employee assists teachers with developing strategies and techniques for assessing and fulfilling instructional deficiencies of their students. 
• The Dean will assist teachers and staff following the Multi-Tiered system framework of support
• Uses positive and productive techniques for improving student behavior.
• Works collaboratively with parents and staff
• Advocates for the school, its staff, students and programs.
• Reports regularly to parents using a variety of strategies and is responsive to parental concerns.
• Enforces school rules, manages student behavior, and maintains accurate records of student attendance, conduct, and academic performance records.
• Accurately and timely compile and submit reports on student behavior, conduct, attendance as needed. 
• Actively participates as a team member during meetings with faculty, staff and administration in reaching educational goals.
• Work closely with the principal to implement building expectations and goals.
• Implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Responsiveness to Instruction (RtI)
• Analyzing and utilizing student and teacher data using school systems to guide data-based decision-making
• Provide classroom-based instruction on related topics on a regular basis.
• Provide observations, consultation and classroom presentation services for building teachers.
• Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
• Act as team leader for the Response to Intervention Team (RTI).
• Plan and direct peer mediation, restorative circles, restorative sessions.
• Coordinate student services between school and community social agencies.
• Develop and provide leadership with building character education, and at-risk intervention programs.
•  Organize and conduct parenting skills workshops.
• Is enthusiastic, flexible and committed to students reaching high learning standards
• Experience and knowledge of Safe and Civil Schools preferred.
• Collaborate with other district staff associated with student behavior, issues, discipline, and academic expectations.
• Works cooperatively with other school and district staff.
• Additional responsibilities to assist the Principal in the efficient operation of the school.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned

 Preferred Qualification: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able

to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are

representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

•  Education and/or Experience: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree and Washington State Certificate.  An administrator certificate or completion of an administrative training program helpful, but not required. College preparation or degree in school counseling or behavior analyst may receive additional consideration.
• Successful Secondary teaching experience required.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Training and/or experience in secondary education which demonstrates knowledge of effective parent communication techniques, basic skills development, alternative learning experiences, multicultural awareness and dealing with issues of poverty.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid  conclusions. Ability to interpret history concepts and convey that meaning to students.  Must be capable of making decisions that can affect student’s educational process and emergency situations that may occur when working with students.
• Knowledge of, or ability to gain knowledge of child abuse/neglect report procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate through verbal and non-verbal behavior a warm and caring personality, a sense of humor, and a positive, enthusiastic approach to working with students, parents and staff.
• Knowledge of, or ability to gain knowledge of applicable character education program and social skills programs.
• Attend work as scheduled.
• Model appropriate professional behavior and follow District policy and directives and state laws. 
• Attend trainings as recommended and/or directed which may include afterhours or overnight travel.
• The willingness or qualifications of an applicant to coach or supervise activities and/or sports in addition to his/her teaching responsibilities will be considered.
• Work as a collaborative, participatory, and contributing team member. 

Physical Requirements: Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally with assistance, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

The Wahluke School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation including gender identity or expression, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, homelessness, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, age, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all programs and services. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance/complaint procedures may be directed to the school district’s Civil Rights Coordinator at lleitz@wahluke.net; Title IX Director at jesindola@wahluke.net or (509)932-4477;  Section 504/ADA Coordinator, at gcalaway@wahluke.net or (509)932-4565 or by mail at 411 E. Saddle Mt. Dr., Mattawa, WA 99349.

Wahluke is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $59,775 - $112,694